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Pending Goodyear, Cooper tie up creates tire behemoth

In the combined portfolio, Goodyear will be positioned as the original equipment and premium replacement tire while Cooper, Roadmaster, Mastercraft, and Mickey Thompson will be the mid-tier brands.

February 22, 2021

A Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company associate keeps an eye on truck tires traveling through the company’s Danville, Virginia, manufacturing plant as they head toward inspection.

Brake friction material goes greener

A mandate that went into effect this year calls for brake manufacturers to reduce the amount of copper found in friction material.

November 20, 2020

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Get your lights Roadcheck ready

Lighting violations were the top vehicle violation in all commercial vehicles inspected last year, according to the FMCSA.

September 3, 2020

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Tires are a leading cause of out of service violations

Tires and wheels have accounted for almost 20% of all OOS violations during CVSA's International Roadcheck for the last three years.

September 1, 2020

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With inspection blitz on deck, brake issues continue to dominate out of service violations

The 2022 CVSA International Roadcheck will be May 17-19, and history suggests around 20% of all violations will be tied to brakes.

August 14, 2020

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'Overlooked' cabin air filters detrimental to driver health

Cabin air filters often go unchecked until issues arise. Checking them during service intervals can help eliminate allergens and more for truckers.

May 1, 2020

Don’t slack off on slack adjustor inspection, maintenance

Automatic slack adjuster inspections and maintenance are crucial to optimal performance and reducing negative impacts on braking power. Read more on CCJ.

June 19, 2019

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Are your brakes ready for the upcoming blitz?

During last year’s Brake Safety Week, 12% of the 43,565 commercial motor vehicles inspected were placed out of service for brake-related violations.

May 29, 2019

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Tire pressure systems can extend truck and trailer tread life

There is no greater impact to fuel economy – and no bigger budget wrecker – than tires.

July 17, 2018

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Proper maintenance and inspection can put the brakes on CSA brake violations

Brakes can fall out of compliance at any given time. A proper pre-trip inspection is a fleet’s first line of defense in catching problems before the DOT.

June 29, 2017

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Workforce Pell Grant unlocks funds for CDLs, diesel tech certs

Pell Grants would be available for programs lasting 8–14 weeks, helping students fund CDL and certain diesel mechanic certifications.

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Class 8 truck orders surge 159% in February, signaling cyclical recovery

Chief Financial Officer Chris Wikoff noted that last year, average truck count in Werner's One-Way division, where ECM operated, was 2,386, a 10% decrease year-over-year.

ECM Transport future in question amid Werner’s One-Way reorg

Founded in 2012, NHH Services provides specialized transportation and project management services throughout the United States and Canada, with expertise in heavy haul, flatbed, general freight, and complex cargo movements.

Bennett Family of Companies acquires Indiana fleet

FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs speaks at TCA Truckload 2026.

FMCSA boss: 'We're going to bite off more than we can chew'

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